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Moline Breakfast Optimist Club hands out winter gear to local children

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Shaquille O’Neal answered couple’s prayers about helping less fortunate kids in Texas

The four-time NBA champion, now a North Texas philanthropist, was surprising shoppers with gift cards at a JC Penney in Arlington.
National

NBA star Shaquille O'Neal surprises families in Texas with holiday cheer

While gifting people free shopping sprees, one couple that O'Neal ran across will spread his kindness to 10 kids in need for the holidays.
Local News

Educators from Bettendorf, Mount Pleasant win Iowa's inaugural Regional Teacher of the Year awards

The recognition also makes Kaitlin Mahoney and Samantha Freeman eligible to be named Iowa's 2025 Teacher of the Year.
People

New York City teenager takes her piano skills to shelter pets in need

The Bideawee Animal Rescue is one of the oldest shelters in the US, and inside the shelter is one teen soothing pets with soft notes from her piano.
Helene

After Helene: Communities come together to help those in need

From App State students who narrowly escaped floodwaters and mudslides to a family who was rescued from Helene damage, so many people helped others after the storm.
Community

St. Ambrose University breaking barriers with Special Olympics fundraiser

The Scott County Thunder joined forces with the Fighting Bees over the weekend to raise money for transportation to an upcoming tournament.
Pets

Ohio welcomes the newest puppy-in-training from Canine Companions

Canine Companions is a national organization connecting trained service dogs with people in need.
Local News

Muscatine police partner with local business to rescue cat from tree

A Notch Above Tree Service used a bucket truck to retrieve the cat.
Local News

Muscatine police partner with local business to rescue cat from tree

A Notch Above Tree Service used a bucket truck to retrieve the cat.
Heartwarming

'I couldn't quit crying': Man displays a random act of kindness to a woman tending to her dying mother in Missouri

The family has given the man a new nickname: 'Arnie the Angel.'
Heartwarming

Artist displays feel-good messages on New York subway walls

The project started eight years ago, and the artist adds new displays periodically.

Iowa DOT prepares snow plow crews for winter

'Don't give up' l Community helps gift new bed for Davenport shooting victim

Weather Impact Alert: Gusty snow showers to reduce visibility throughout the evening

Wind gusts could reach 45 mph on Thursday: Storm Track 8 Weather Impact Alert

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Moline Breakfast Optimist Club hands out winter gear to local children

Shaquille O’Neal answered couple’s prayers about helping less fortunate kids in Texas

NBA star Shaquille O'Neal surprises families in Texas with holiday cheer

Educators from Bettendorf, Mount Pleasant win Iowa's inaugural Regional Teacher of the Year awards

New York City teenager takes her piano skills to shelter pets in need

After Helene: Communities come together to help those in need

St. Ambrose University breaking barriers with Special Olympics fundraiser

Ohio welcomes the newest puppy-in-training from Canine Companions

Muscatine police partner with local business to rescue cat from tree

Muscatine police partner with local business to rescue cat from tree

'I couldn't quit crying': Man displays a random act of kindness to a woman tending to her dying mother in Missouri

Artist displays feel-good messages on New York subway walls

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